Wed, 25 March 2009
Dr. Mitchell talks about studies in the news Dr. Tedd Mitchell, Cooper Clinic president and CEO is interviewed by Todd Whitthorne, and gives his thoughts on two recent news articles.
Prostate Test Found to Save Few Lives Two big studies have recently been published regarding prostate cancer were published recently in the New England Journal of Medicine. One study was conducted here in the
Dr. Mitchell explains that the
Many men will die with prostate cancer but not from prostate cancer. Currently, for every 50 men who are diagnosed and treated for prostate cancer, the life of one man will be extended. For the other 49 men, their lifetime won’t vary. We don’t yet know the impact of this statistic over 15- or 20 years.
Cooper Clinic recommends initial testing between 40 and 50 years of age. Dr. Mitchell believes the
Dr. Mitchell believes regular
Prevention: Gains From Exercise After Heart Attack Are Lost if Exercise Stops A study published in the March 16 issue of the journal Circulation, looked at the impact of exercise after heart attack on flow-mediated dilation. Flow-mediated dilation is the flexibility of our arteries. Dr. Mitchell describes our arteries as being like a garden hose. The more flexible the garden hose, the more water that can flow through. An old or damaged garden hose will not pump as much water through it as a new garden hose. Post heart-attack, arteries have a reduced capacity to pump through blood.
The study contained 228 people divided into one of four groups:
· No exercise · Strength training only · Aerobic conditioning only · Strength training & aerobic conditioning
The study found that heart attack survivors can improve the elasticity of their blood vessels through exercise.
Interestingly, each of the exercise groups saw good improvements in blow-mediated dilation. However, after 4 weeks of inactivity/non-exercise, the benefits of exercise were lost. As Dr. Cooper always says, fitness is a journey not a destination, and we can’t store fitness.
Dr. Mitchell urges that it’s also important for us to do both aerobic and strength training. He regularly sees older adults who have good cardiovascular conditioning who don’t do strength training and are withering away despite their cardiovascular health. Or, on the other hand the meathead who doesn’t go to the track. It’s the combination of fitness we’re after, and excluding one for the other is dysfunctional and simply not in our best interests.
Jill Turner is VP of Operations for Cooper Concepts, the company that markets Cooper Complete nutritional supplements. Jill regularly contributes information to the Cooper blog. Email jsturner@cooperwellness.com or call 972-560-3262 with your questions and comments.
Reference Information Prostate Test Found To Save Few Lives http://www.nytimes.com/2009/03/19/health/19cancer.html
Prevention: Gains From Exercise After Heart Attack Are Lost if Exercise Stops http://www.nytimes.com/2009/03/24/health/24prev.html?partner=rss&emc=rss
Direct download: T_Mitchell_PSA_and_Exercise_Benefits_after_heart_attack_032409.mp3
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Wed, 11 March 2009
Doug Bibus, MS PhD is considered one of the top omega-3 experts in the world. Dr. Bibus visited As a researcher, Dr. Bibus analyzes the levels of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids in blood samples from both healthy and unhealthy people, and from various populations around the world, to see what people are eating, and to correlate health and disease with omega-3 levels in the blood. Omega-3’s are essential, which means our bodies need them but we don’t make them. Dr. Bibus says that in particular, omega-3s are needed in our cells, our eyes and brain, and that they help fight overall inflammation. Dietary sources of omega-3s are cold water fish – such as salmon, sardines, anchovies, and lake trout. The cold water fish provide the omega-3 fatty acids EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and In contrast, omega-6s are found in seeds and nuts, and in the oils from seeds and nuts. The average American consumes large quantities of omega-6s through the refined vegetable oils used in many snack foods, cookies, crackers and packaged sweets, as well as fast food meals. Our diets typically have more omega-6 then we need and not enough omega-3. Too much omega-6 in the absence of omega-3 is detrimental. People who eat lots of fish in their diets typically are healthier. The average American has about 5 percent of omega-3 in their blood. Researchers looking at cardiovascular issues recommend 7- to 12 percent omega-3 in our blood. The Japanese, with their high fish consumption, have 20- to 25 percent of omega-3 in their blood, and are on average healthier then other populations because of their higher seafood consumption. Dr. Bibus’ opinion is that we can’t really get too much omega-3. The Food and Drug Administration advises it’s okay to consume up to 8 grams of omega-3 per day. Most recommendations support consuming at least 1,000 mg EPA and Todd reviews that levels of EPA and Dr. Bibus discusses omega-3 benefits; cardiovascular benefits; pain and inflammation fighting properties. Pain is a hallmark of inflammation. Omega-3 can almost be used as an analgesic. There have been many arthritis and joint trials using omega-3 fatty acids. 30- to 50 percent improvement in joint tenderness and increased mobility. Dr. Bibus remains enthusiastic that nutrition saves life. The realization that nutrients are important for disease prevention and treatment is an exciting area of research. The integration of omega-3s into neuro psychiatric disorders and mental health, depression, schizophrenia, and ADHD, are some of the most promising areas in nutrition. Although Dr. Bibus’ lab routinely evaluates blood samples of omega-3, the test is not readily available for most people. Dr. Bibus predicts omega-3 testing will be readily available before long. Cooper Clinic plans to implement omega-3 testing as part of the comprehensive physical before the end of this year
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Wed, 4 March 2009
#439: Athletic Conditioning: Power Plate Vibration Technology and Power Outdoor Workouts with Shannon Edwards
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Direct download: Shannon_Edwards_Power_Plate_and_POW_Class.mp3
Category:Health and Wellness -- posted at: 10:27am CDT |